Cats are confusing creatures. He likes to cling to your feet, asking to be petted. However, when you start petting him, he bites you and runs away. To reduce the risk of upsetting your cat and getting bitten by it, try to learn your cat's tendencies when you pet it. Once you get the hang of it, this cat will definitely love you!
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Method 1 of 2: Establishing Trust
Step 1. Don't rush
When you meet a new cat or one you don't know, don't go straight to it and start petting it. Cats, like humans, don't really trust strangers. Plus, you're about 10 times his size so it's understandable that he might be afraid of you at first.
Step 2. Allow the cat to approach you
When a cat wants attention, it will let you know. When you walk into a room with a cat you don't know, keep yourself busy until the cat approaches and shows that he wants your attention.
He can show this by rubbing his body against your feet, purring, rubbing his head or cheek against yours, sitting on your lap, or greeting you
Step 3. Start small
When dealing with a new cat, it's a good idea to start by scratching the top of his head gently, between the ears. Do not immediately stroke his whole body, scratch his ears, or tail. Know the limits.
Step 4. Do not pet the cat while she is lying on her back
Cats often turn around and show you their tummy to make it look adorable. Many people take it as an invitation to pet the cat's belly. However, it's actually a sign that the cat is submissive to you and he trusts that you won't violate his personal space. If you break this trust and stroke his stomach, you will be bitten and scratched by him.
While some cats like to be petted on their tummies, most cats don't. If a cat you don't know is lying on its back and staring at you, this could be a scary "belly trap" and you may be bitten or scratched when you try to pet it
Step 5. Observe whether the cat is upset or not
Many people are attacked by cats while trying to pet them due to miscommunication. If a cat approaches you, it doesn't mean that it wants affection from you. Cats may approach you to sniff and examine you, or because they want to play, or because they are hungry. Some signs that indicate a cat doesn't want affection are:
- Dropped ears
- Enlarged pupils
- Moves its tail quickly into the air then slams it on the floor
- Stop snoring
- A body that moves or twitches non-stop
- Growling or hissing
Method 2 of 2: Finding Spots on Your Cat's Body
Step 1. Use a trial and error process
Every cat is different and enjoys a different pattern of petting. Some cats like to have their ears scratched while others don't want to be touched in the ears at all. Therefore, you should try petting the cat at different points to see how he reacts to whether he likes it or not. Your cat will purr and appear relaxed while enjoying what you are doing, so pay close attention.
Cats will often lead you to pet them, pointing their heads or body parts to let you know they want to be petted there. Let the cat lead you while you pet it
Step 2. Start with a safe zone
Touch is one of your most important forms of communication. While each cat has a specific zone for petting, there are certain points that most cats prefer. The top of the head between the ears, under the chin and along the cheeks are areas that cats love to pet. So try to stroke these areas.
Step 3. Caress the ear
Try to gently stroke and twist the cat's ears. Cats who love to have their ears petted also like it when your finger strokes the inside of their ears.
Be careful not to hurt the cat or pull it too hard
Step 4. Caress the cat's cheeks and chin
There are scent glands behind a cat's cheek that emit its scent to other objects and indicate its territory. Stroke your cat's cheek from the whiskers to the tail, or stroke the bottom of the jaw and along the neck.
Step 5. Try to stroke her whole body
Start with the top of the head and, with your palms open, stroke along the cat's spine toward the tail.
This type of caress can be very enjoyed by him, but be careful. Cats can become so excited when they receive this type of pet that they bite or scratch you
Step 6. Caress the right area of your cat's body
Many cats love to have their backs scratched and their fur stroked back for a moment. Show your enthusiasm when stroking the back and base of the tail. This can make the cat feel good and is a great way to find out if he has fleas or not.
Studies show that the tail is a "danger zone" when petting a cat. If you're not sure if your cat enjoys petting this part of its body, don't pet its tail
Step 7. Schedule this petting session carefully
Cats are more receptive to petting when they are relaxed and want to be loved. Make sure you pet your cat when she wants to, not because the timing is right for you. Cats generally like to be petted after eating, but every cat is different. So, find the best time for your cat.
Tips
Cats who are unwilling or unwilling to be petted by a human hand may like to be brushed. Try using a cat brush and see how it reacts compared to stroking it with your hand
Warning
- Don't overdo it. Cats can get excited and even bite you.
- Never physically punish him or yell at him when he bites you when you try to pet him. Even if you don't know why, cats have reasons to bite you. Cats don't understand when you punish or yell at them in response to the bite. Most cats don't even care. He will only start to see you as a threat or danger.
